As a semi-final in the World Cup beckons, two murals have been unveiled to commemorate the England Women's team’s success at the European Championships.

The Lionesses won their first major trophy last year following a 2-1 extra-time victory in the final against Germany at Wembley Stadium.

The colourful artworks by illustrator Nathan Evans have been painted in Wembley in honour of the winning England squad.

They can be seen on Park Lane Bridge and Wembley Park Station Bridge, with another to be added to White Horse Bridge later in the year.

 

Two new murals in honour of the Lionesses Euro 2022 victory have been unveiled in Wembley. Image: Brent Council

Two new murals in honour of the Lionesses Euro 2022 victory have been unveiled in Wembley. Image: Brent Council

 

The murals depict some of the famous faces who lifted the trophy underneath the iconic Wembley Stadium arch in July 2022, including Beth Mead, Jill Scott and Nikita Parris. Chloe Kelly secured the win when she stabbed the ball home from close range ten minutes from the end of extra time.

They were unveiled as the Lionesses kicked off their World Cup run in Australia. After coming from behind to beat Colombia 2-1 in Saturday’s quarter-final with goals from Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo, England will face hosts Australia in the semi-final on Wednesday.

A victory would set up a final against Spain, who today beat Sweden 2-1.

The new murals form part of the Wembley Art Trail, a 30-minute trail which uncovers a range of colourful installations, reflecting and celebrating the wonders of Wembley and its rich and vibrant communities, which has been funded by local development.

Brent Council’s cabinet member for customers, communities and culture, Cllr Fleur Donnelly-Jackson, said: “Wembley Stadium is the home of football, so it is only fitting that these murals be installed a stone’s throw away from the hallowed ground itself.”

She added: “The Lionesses are the pride of the nation and an inspiration to young women and girls up and down the country, including here in Brent. I am delighted that the legacy of these women has been painted onto the bricks of our borough, serving as a permanent reminder of all they achieved.”